Molly McVety

Molly McVety is a staff writer for PhillyVoice with interests in both the natural and man-made environment, community debates and all things pop culture. She has previously written for DelawareOnline / The News Journal and received her bachelor’s degree in environmental science from the University of Delaware. When she’s not writing Molly enjoys making and listening to music, taking long walks and cooking.

molly@phillyvoice.com

January 7, 2026

Investigations

Surveillance footage shows suspect wanted for Roxborough High School vandalism, police say

by Molly McVety

Philadelphia police released surveillance footage that shows a suspect wanted for spray-painting antisemitic and racist graffiti on Roxborough High School on Sunday morning.

January 7, 2026

Celebrities

Bradley Cooper says his relationships helped give his movie 'Is This Thing On?' a 'hopeful' tone

by Molly McVety

Bradley Cooper discussed his screenwriting and directing process for his latest movie, 'Is Thing Thing On?,' with Guillermo del Toro on Variety's 'Directors on Directors' series. He says his current understanding of relationships helped give the film its hopeful tone.

January 5, 2026

Adult Health

Weight-loss drug Wegovy now available as a daily pill, sparing users weekly shots

by Molly McVety

Wegovy, the weight-loss drug from Novo Nordisk, is now being sold in pill form. It previously had been available only as a weekly injection. The monthly out-of-pocket cost is less pricey for the pill form than the injectable version, too.

January 2, 2026

Investigations

Suspects arrested for New Year's Day shooting that killed 2 men in Northeast Philly

by Molly McVety

Cara Williams-Reeves, 44, and Tyriq Williams, 21, have been charged with murder for their alleged roles in the shooting deaths of Luis Colon, 51, and Quadir Tull, 21 in Northeast Philly on New Year's Day.

January 2, 2026

Celebrities

Sabrina Carpenter teams up with Miss Piggy in teaser for 'The Muppet Show' special

by Molly McVety

'The Muppet Show' revival stars Sabrina Carpenter as the celebrity guest. The special celebrating the show's 50th anniversary begins streaming Feb. 4 on Disney+. A teaser for the special shows Carpenter with Miss Piggy.

December 31, 2025

Entertainment

In latest World Cup ticket phase, which ends Jan. 13, FIFA says requests are over 30 times higher than supply

by Molly McVety

In the first 15 days of the latest World Cup ticket lottery, which began Dec. 11, FIFA President Gianni Infantino said over 150 million requests were received — which is 30-times greater than the allotted supply for the tournament.

December 31, 2025

Transportation

PA Turnpike raises tolls for 18th straight year, but E-ZPass users will only have to pay 8 cents more

by Molly McVety

The Pennsylvania Turnpike will increase its tolls by 4% on Sunday, Jan. 4, but E-ZPass drivers will pay only 8 cents more.

December 30, 2025

Investigations

Six illegal ketamine shipments seized in Philadelphia by U.S. Customs and Border Protection

by Molly McVety

Six illegal ketamine shipments weighing a combined 160 pounds were seized in Philadelphia by U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers between Sept. 23 and Dec. 11, law enforcement officers said Monday.

December 30, 2025

Holiday

There are many ways to celebrate the new year in Philly, from the Parkway fireworks show to the Mummers Parade

by Molly McVety

Philadelphia has several celebrations to welcome 2026. On New Year's Eve, LL Cool J is headlining a concert on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway that will be followed by fireworks, and there are fireworks displays on the Delaware River waterfront. The Mummers Parade takes place on New Year's Day.

December 29, 2025

Transportation

Atlantic City Expressway to stop accepting cash at tolls on Jan. 4

by Molly McVety

The South Jersey Transportation Authority announced it will stop accepting cash at tolls on the Atlantic City Expressway starting Jan. 4, and drivers without an E-ZPass will have to pay nearly double per trip.